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Beauty Tips For Teens
Author: Kim Snyder

foundation. Wearing too much foundation can also leave to breakouts due
to the factor that its blocking your
pores.
2. Wearing too much eye shadow. There
is a time and place for wearing lots of
eye shadows, going to school is not
one of them. When you are playing
up your eyes, wearing too much eye
shadow can make you look older and
not in a good way. Go wild with your
eye shadows, glitters etc when its
party time!
3. Wearing too much blush. We have all
seen it, someone looks like they
painted a stripe across their cheekbones. Blush is meant to help bring
out your eyes and give your face a
help glow, not look like a clown.

Being a teenager is hard
enough without adding to it
makeup that is over-done and
just way too much.
Teen years are not the easiest of times, its
hard to be ‘just you’ and still be accepted
and still be part of the group. Not everyone
can be that latest model in the magazine
you see all over the place and in the movies. She has help from makeup artists,
where you must figure it out on your own.
Here are a few simple makeup tips for teens
to help you find what works and what
doesn’t work for you. Remember there are
parts of your face you will want to play up,
such as your eyes and other parts of your
face you will want to play down. Pick your
best feature and work it!
What not to do: 1~Wearing too much foundation. This is one of the most common
mistakes made by all age of women. Foundation is not to totally cover up everything
to the point you look like you are wearing a
mask. Next is wearing the wrong shade of

4. Wearing thick eyeliner. What is eyeliner for? Eyeliner is worn at the base
of your eyelashes to enhance your
eyelashes to make them look thicker.
Its not worn like you just step out of
the 50’s. Often the biggest mistake
made when wearing eyeliner is its
worn like a thick line on your eyelid
and that is all you see. Eyeliner
doesn’t belong in your water line on
your lower lashes either.
What to do: 1~ Foundation. There are different types of foundation, tinted moisturizer, liquid, stick, creams, minerals.
The best way to find out what works for
you is to visit your local department
store and try different types on. Don’t
just buy a color because it looks good in
the packaging. If possible try to get
samples of different colors of foundation
and try them on your chin line not the
back of your hand.
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The best way to decide what works best, is
to practice applying eye shadows at home in
Health & Beauty
front of the mirror. Making mistakes at home
where no one sees you is better than wearYour hand and your face are not the same
ing your mistake all day. Check out all the
color just because it looks good on your hand
latest magazines to find a girl that has your
doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean it looks good on your face. With
color eyes and skin tone and try her style of
foundation a light hand is best. One of the
makeup. These are just a few beauty tips for
newer types of foundation is mineral based.
teens. Once you have worked out what is
Mineral based foundation is a powder and usubest for you, make it your style to have othally best applied with a kabuki brush. This
ers copy you not you copy them.
way you can layer it on and find the best
color for you. Also with mineral based
foundation you can mix colors to find the
best for you. Many small companies who
sell online, will offer samples at inexpensive prices and many will be more than
happy to help you find the right shade for
you.
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2~ Choosing the right shade of blush.
Shades of pink are best for those with pale
skin. If you have medium skin tone look
for shades darker pinks or light bronze. If
your skin has a yellow tone, berries and
plums shades will help counteract shallowness. Ethic skin tone check out shades of
pinks that are more towards brown tone.
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College News

"So, what are you doing after graduation?" Many
juniors and seniors get bored answering that
question over and over. Whether your plans include college, heading straight for the workforce,
or taking a year off, here are some practical tips
to prepare yourself for the journey.

Try to do this when school is in session so you
can get a good idea of what life is really like on
campus.
And remember: You're not the only one making a
decision. Schools are picking from a large pool of
applicants. They want to know how well-rounded
you are and what makes you stand out from everyone else. They will look at your grade point
average, standardized test scores, class rank,
personal essay, and your extracurricular activities
â&#x20AC;&#x201D; so it's important to dedicate time and effort to
all these things.

Going to College

Admissions Options

Some people know from an early age exactly what
they want to be and how they plan to get there.
Rachel's dad is a doctor and his love for his chosen career inspired her to follow in his footsteps.
Rachel, who is about to start medical school, said
she chose her undergraduate program with the
idea of medical school in mind.
Not all of us are so sure of our plans, though, and
that's OK too. Many people start off in a liberal
arts program in college and then decide on a major after a year or two. (School counselors say
that 75% of students change their majors after
they enter college.) School is also not just about
careers and getting a high-paying job after graduation â&#x20AC;&#x201D; it's a place for learning about yourself and
the world.

Most schools offer a range of admissions options.
Investigate which of these your favorite schools
offer:
Regular admissions means that schools mail their
decisions in April.
Rolling admissions means that a school processes
applications as they come in; you can apply at any
time, but it's best to be early because spots fill
up.
The early-decision option is for students who are
really sure about the school they want to attend,
and who want to know earlier than April if they
have been admitted. There's a drawback to applying under an early-decision option, though: You
are promising that school that you'll attend if
you're admitted.
Some schools offer an early-action option, which
means that students can be admitted early but
don't have to attend.

Life After High School

Selecting a School

If college is in your future, you need to plan.
Which schools appeal to you?
How are you going to pay for your education?
How do you decide on a school when there are
thousands to pick from?
Start by asking yourself questions about your
preferences:
What are my strengths?
Am I interested in liberal arts or science or business?
What kind of learning environment is best for me?
Would I be more comfortable in a small school or
would I feel confined?
Do I want to stay close to home or live far away?
Would I prefer to be in a city environment or a
small college town?
Should I go to a school where athletics are big or
where fraternities or sororities rule?
Do I like being with people who are mostly like
me or do I want to meet a diverse group?
Ask friends and older siblings who are in college
about their schools and about other schools
they're familiar with. Talk to your school counselor or one of your teachers and go to college
fairs when they visit your town.
Once you've narrowed down your choices, ask the
schools to send you literature. Visit their websites. When you've whittled your list down to a
manageable number, make arrangements to visit. 8

In fact, you may want to consider making your
college plans before you become involved in
other things, especially if you'll be traveling.
Apply to schools and make your choice, then ask
for a deferred admission. Rachel took a year off
and worked in New York City between college
and medical school. She says that she had to be
extremely well organized about planning for med
school so she didn't miss any of her deadlines.
"Not only did I have to apply to schools and
make plans to take my MCAT exams, I also had
to make all my living arrangements and other
plans for my year off!"
Even if you decide not to apply to college, it can
be a great idea to take a year to do something
you may not have an opportunity to do again.
Lots of volunteer organizations would welcome
your time and energy and would provide you
with a wonderful learning experience.
If you take a year off you'll learn some great life
skills — like living on a tight budget! Plan how
you'll pay your way while you're traveling or doing volunteer work. Can you live at home or with
friends? Get a part-time job?

Money, Money, Money
Don't cross a school off your list just because the
tuition is steep. Ask your school counselor about
possible community scholarships. Ask the school's
financial-aid office about scholarships, grants,
work-study programs, and loans. See if your parents' employers offer scholarships. And check out
organizations within your community. An amazing
number of college funding sources are out there
for students with specific career goals in mind.
Your high school guidance counselor should be a
good resource for finding these.
To apply for federal aid in the United States, you
have to fill out the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) form, although some schools
use their own forms. Check with your school counselor to be sure you've covered all the bases when
it comes to financial aid.

Getting a Job
Maybe you've decided that college isn't for you —
right now, anyway. If you want to join the workforce, opportunities are out there for people who
don't have degrees. One path that some grads take
is joining the military or a service corps. Some retail or hospitality industry organizations offer
training programs to high school grads. Check out
the possibilities in computing, bookkeeping and
payroll, or sales.
Talk to your school counselor or a favorite teacher
about the job market in your area. Make sure your
parents' friends know you're looking. Scour the
classified ads in the newspaper and do some Internet research. Most large companies list their job
openings on their websites.
Don't overlook trade opportunities. Matt studied
industrial engineering in college. Halfway through
the first year, he decided school just wasn't working out, although he stayed for the full year. So he
transferred into an apprenticeship program to become an electrician. "Sometimes you feel that society says you have to go to college, especially if
you're a good student, and I went through that
battle in my head," says Matt. "But I knew I had to
figure out what was right for me. And now that I
have, I don't regret my choice at all."

Talking to Your Parents
What if your post-graduation plans differ from
what your parents have in mind? Talk openly
with your parents about your plans — both for
the short term (like what you want to do next
year) and the long term (what you think you'd
like to do in life). If your parents want you to go
to college but you don't feel you're ready or that
college is right for you, explain why.
”My parents were a little concerned that I
wouldn't follow through on my plans for medical
school if I took a year off," says Rachel. "But I
explained how I was worried I'd burn out if I
spent all that time in school — I just felt I
needed a break to do something different. I think
that when they saw all the planning I put into my
medical school applications, they were reassured!"

Getting Advice
Even if your parents are cool, they probably don't
know everything. For school and career guidance, visit your school counselor and talk with
adult friends (for example, godparents or friends
of the family). Make an effort to talk to people in
the fields that interest you. If you think you want
to be an accountant, call some accountants and
ask them about their work. Most people are flattered to get calls like this, and they'll usually
take the time to talk to a student.
Whatever you choose to do now does not have to
be what you do forever. You can always go back
to school or change a career path — lots of people do.

Taking Time Off
For some people, the prospect of starting college,
especially going away to school, is scary. It's probably the first time that you'll be totally responsible
for your own schedule. What if you intend to go to
college but just don't feel ready to start yet — for
whatever reason — and you don't want to take on
a full-time job after graduation? You might want to
take a year off to pause and regroup. This practice
is common in some countries, like the United Kingdom, where it's called a "gap year." Taking time
off doesn't mean you should ignore the idea of applying to college.

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These are designed in such a way so as to
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While the bikini separates gives you the ed hardy bikini option of mix & match and contrasting both the
pieces of your set, the contemporary two piece bikini
sets with both the matching pieces, have been in
trend since a long time and can be worn by those
having perfectly toned bodies.
Halter bikinis are best for swimming and beach sports
as they provide maximum support,on the other hand,
the string bikinis are meant for perfectly sculpted ed
hardy clothing and flawless bodies.
A tankini is the most comfortable in the range of swim
wear as it is a single piece top that covers the mid
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who don't have a toned body, a tankini is the best
available option.
These latest fashion ed hardy swimsuits and bikinis
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there are a lot of websites offering these services and
they have the latest stuff available. All you need to do
is just browse through the sites. The bikini and swim
suits available at online stores are the latest t-shirt
and most affordable for everyone. So, go ahead and
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My Top 7 Tips on Teenage Dating

Top Tip #4
There are Many Signs of an Abusive Relationship
Learning what the signs of a abusive relationships are is a
must, and having a I'm not going to put up with that is the best
way to deal with it. In long run it always better to get out of the
relationship then staying in it and thinking you can change the
person. The most destructive force in any relationship is jealousy. It can easily manifest itself just by you or your partner
asking were have you been. And over time it will build and
build until to bursts out. Just because you are in a relationship
with someone doesn't mean they can control you or tell you
how to do something. Everybody in the relationship needs
there space and respect.
Top Tip # 5

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All Dating is Interaction with Another Person
Having someone control you in everyday events and not taking in to what you want out of the relationship shouldn't have
you in the first place. This kind of controlling behavior will only
lead to you wanting to break free from the relationship. Stopping it from the start is the key; it will kill the relationship in no
time flat.

Top Tip #1

Top Tip #6

Teen Dating is Normal
Parents will have their opinion and will many times voice their opinion,
but teen dating is normal and it happens to all of us. But you can't
learn everything, especially in a classroom setting. As the saying goes
Experience is the best teacher, but it's a damn hard lesson to learn.
Having interactions about your family life, but it is important to develop
your skills in relationships that you have to give and take.

Don't Make Excuses for Your Partners Behavior
From time to time people behave badly; it's just a part of being
human. But never try to make excuses or apologize for that
behavior, just like they can't control you, you can't control
them. This doesn't mean that they can just run amuck, they
have to take responsibility for their actions. If this makes you
feel uncomfortable and over time your partner doesn't quit
then it may be time to end the relationship.

Top Tip #2
The Difference in Compromise and When to be Assertive
At many times during the relationships you will have to make your
views on things extremely clear, and the way you communicate that
will have difference effects on the relationships that you have. But to
the other degree, there are situations that you may not want to be so
assertive, this is the time that you must learn how to compromise yourself and listen. For example, if you and your partner decide to go see a
movie, but you have stated that you don't want to see it for the following reasons. Ask yourself dose your partner offer to go do something
else or demands to go to see the movie. Negotiation is key here.

Top Tip #7

Top Tip #3

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Shaping Your Dating Skills
Keep up to date with your dating skills is a must for singles. A good tip
to remember is that the first date never means that mush, and it
doesn't lead to knowing enough about the guy/girl. If something goes
wrong, just go to the bathroom take a break and ask yourself what
went wrong and how can I fix it. You don't have to go the bathroom
you can do this at the table as long as it is in your head. Be truthful to
yourself and put yourself in there shoes to get a better understanding
on what went wrong. You are going to make mistakes it's apart of dating. The best thing is your partner you are with is most likely thinking
the same thing and asking the same questions.
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Dating Someone that Makes you Laugh and Feel Good About
Yourself
Feeling good is a must when it comes to relationships, if you
don't feel comfortable around your partner then there is point
in being with them. You can never share and grow your relationship to a healthy level. Having a sense of appreciated and
a need of wanted will make you want to make the relationship
work.
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Fashion Trend From Gossip
Girls

We clearly share a mutual love for all things
fashion and all things cheesy teen television,
which is why I was so excited about to let MK in
on my little Gossip Girl fashion secret:
There is now an online Gossip Girl store.
Not that I would buy (or could afford) Serena's
$450 dollar Tory Burch sequin dress that she
wore on her date with Dan, but unlike poor little
me, these characters have stylists.
The best part about fashion is the way the individual pieces are mixed. And although I consider myself fashion forward, sometimes I don't
know how the to spice up a great piece. I usually just throw on something lowbrow and have
all-together missed an opportunity to show my
personality by mixing and matching pieces I
wouldn't necessarily expect.
Which is why I was taken by the styles on Gossip Girl in the first place. If you weren't obsessed with Serena's gold dress cum cropped
jean jacket and black tights ensemble, you, my
friend have got problems. It was fab. Check out
the Gossip Girl Fashion Gallery after the jump!

Author: Emma

I was on the phone with my friend MK last night and I
was like: "MK, Did you watch Gossip Girl last week?"
And she was like: :Oh my God, Lauren. I'm totes obsessed."
And I was like, "Obvs, MK! The horrible acting, the
great music (anybody else catch Peter, Bjorn and
John in the first scene?), the awesome clothes, what's
NOT to love??"

With the height and glamour of Gossip Girl, I
believe there will be more stores selling the
clothes of gossip girls.
And my favorite part of this Gossip Girl style is
the fact that they are fully aware of the fact that
their normal viewers cannot afford most of the
Upper East Side glamour these fictional girls
are privy to.
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Finding A Summer Job or Internship
Thinking about a summer job? This year, as more
people compete for fewer openings, you'll need to
start looking early, do your research, and apply to
more positions. So it's more important than ever to
have a job search plan.

prospective employers and temporary employment agencies. If you're interested in working at a
restaurant, bookstore, garden center, or other
service business in your area, the best approach
is to go there and fill out an application form.

What's the Right Job for Me?

our parents, relatives, or other adults you know
might be able to help you connect with possible
employers. Don't feel that it's not right to ask
them. Once you get the interview, it will be up to
you.

To find a job that's right for you, make a list of your
interests and strengths, as well as your dislikes and
the things you need some improvement in, and keep
them in mind as you look for a job. For example, if
you love books or writing, a job in a bookstore or library might be perfect for you. But if little kids drive
you crazy, a babysitting job may not be ideal.

Be Your Own Boss

Traditional summer jobs in malls, stores, or restaurants are harder to come by in a tough econoA job or internship should be about learning as well
my. If your job search hits a dead end, don't give
as making money. Try to find something that can help up: get creative and entrepreneurial. Start a pet
guide you toward your long-term goals. For example, sitting, dog walking, child care, computer servicif you want to study veterinary science in college,
es, yardwork, or cleaning business — whatever
finding a job in a vet's office or animal shelter, or
there's a need for in your area.
even a pet store, may be better choices for you than
Print up flyers advertising the services your busiworking in a restaurant.
ness offers, your rates, and your phone number
As jobs become harder to find, you may have to take or email address, then drop one off at every
whatever's available — and that's OK. Learning to
house in your neighborhood or ask supermarkets
readjust goals and priorities is another important life or coffeehouses if you can post one on their comskill. Just try to find some aspect of the work that you munity bulletin board.
love and can learn from.
Volunteering
Where Should I Start?
If you can afford to work without pay, volunteering
Prepare a Resume

A good résumé is your best job-hunting tool. Unlike
an application form, which you only fill out when you
apply for a particular job, you can hand résumés out
to relatives, friends of the family, teachers, and other
people you know. Talk to your school counselor for
advice on preparing a résumé.

is a great way to build experience that looks good
on a résumé.

Find Job Leads

For job listings, check out online teen job sites or the
classified ads section of your local newspaper. Lots
of online sites let you search by zip code for job opportunities in your area.
Of course, some of the job listings you'll see — like
those that claim you can make thousands of dollars a
week working at home — may be too good to be true.
Be sure the job ad mentions what the work entails
(e.g., "server, evenings and weekends" or "day camp
counselor").
Some people get job leads from their school counselors. Others fill out applications or drop off résumés at
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Summer Job Cont.
Plus, if your school requires you to get volunteer
credits, summer is a great time to earn them.
As with paid jobs, you can find volunteer opportunities online. Here are some other places to check
out:
Your local Y or community center. Offer
to coach or help out with a summer camp.
Hospitals. Think you might want to be a
doctor or nurse? Sign on with your local
hospital's volunteer office. You don't have
to be interested in medicine, though. Some
hospitals have organized volunteer programs where you can do everything from
help out with patients to work in the public
relations office.
School. Talk to your favorite teacher and
offer to help tutor summer-school students.
Some schools run summer camps for kids, When searching for jobs online, be sure to keep a
too — maybe you can volunteer as a coun- parent or other adult informed of what you're doing.
If you decide to apply for a position you find online,
selor.
Local environmental organizations. Get run it by a parent or school counselor first — and
involved in a river cleanup or help the Na- definitely don't go for an interview without involving
tional Park Service maintain hiking trails in an adult. Unfortunately, a tough economy can mean
more online scams.
your area.
Internships

Jobs to Avoid

Some jobs just aren't right for teens. Jobs that involve working alone late at night can put someone
at risk for muggings or assaults, particularly people
who are young and inexperienced. The National
Consumers League warns teens to avoid working in
farm fields or with agricultural processing equipment, landscaping or lawn service jobs, construction
If you do well at your internship, you may be ofjobs, jobs that involve driving or operating heavy
fered a full-time job next summer or even an ongo- equipment, and jobs that involve door-to-door sales.
ing part-time job. Internships can also provide you
with valuable references that can help you to land Know the Law
future jobs.
Federal and state laws limit the number of hours
teens can work. For summer employment (when
Start by asking adults you know — your parents,
their friends, your pastor, your school counselor — school is not in session), the federal government
does not allow 14- and 15-year-olds to work before
if they know of any internships in your area. If
you're willing to work for free, you may be able to 7 a.m. or after 9 p.m., and they cannot work more
than 8 hours a day or 40 hours a week. You can find
create your own position at a family member's or
out your state's laws and curfews (times when teens
friend's company. Or, check out the websites of
companies in your area to see if they offer intern- are not allowed to work) by calling your state department of labor. If you know your curfews and mention
ships.
them when interviewing for or starting a job, your
Staying Safe
boss can keep them in mind when he or she schedules your start or quitting time. Cont. On page 35
Online Job Searches
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Some companies and businesses offer bright students short-term, hands-on training in exchange
for a willingness to learn and work hard. A few internships even pay, although the point of internships is usually to get work experience, not earn
money.

Fashions News
Hip hop never goes out of fashion. Music that
speaks street language is definitely for young
rebellious souls. Hip-hop style for teen boys and
girls is rather different. Boys are usually wearing
baggy pants and t-shirt, while girls chose sexy
outfits. Cap is a must for both. When it comes to
colors - choose anything you want. Boys usually
prefer blue jeans and white-colored top while
girls are totally unpredictable. Girls wear big
rounded earrings and boys must wear at least
one ring.

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best tips for buying and choosing the best fasion
trends for teens.
There are many articles dedicated to fashion
trends: trends for men or women, trends for kids
and even for dogs. What about teens? Try to do a
web search and you will see that finding nice guidelines about teen fashion trends is not as easy as it
may seem. Why is it this way? The reason for this
lack of information is teen fashion being more complicated than any other. Teenagers are fighting
against society; they put a lot of effort to be different, but they also invent new trends and fashion
styles.
The latest trend is EMO (emotional) style. EMO
style is definitely for those who adore bright colors.
Green, pink, red, yellow matched with black will undoubtedly make you noticeable. If you are into this
style, you must have an appropriate hairdo: Zelda
hairdo for girls and jet black mop top for boys. Pencil or at least cigarette-shaped jeans with studded
belt is also a must-have. Rules for top are not that
strict, you may choose anything you want, just be
sure it's close-fitting and bright colored. You must
wear large amounts jewelry and it's even better if
you pierce your face (small lip ring would do perfectly). EMO style is perfect for those who wear
glasses - it's a great accent and EMOs love nerdy
ones.

What fashion designers have come up to this
season is gothic youth. Although this fashion has
existed for a number of years and has been discussed in various ways, it is the first time it is
fashionable. Dressing all-black, coloring your
hair black, using only black makeup means or
even whitening your face to make everything
else look even blacker is a hot trend. Choose big
shoes with chunky heels; go for metal details all
over your clothing and accessories and you're a
perfect goth. No matter if you are wearing a
short or a long skirt, a close fitting top or a loose
one - it's ok as long as it's black.
Bohemian style is also fashionable among teenagers. Loose light colored clothes, wraps and
wooden, stone or amber accessories will make
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Entertainment
News

Wayne gained nationwide recognition for his
work. Yet recently, the album, "Like Father Like
Son" has outsold all previous sales records and
has the clubs jamming from coast to coast. The
joint partnership song between Wayne and his
mentor Birdman titled "Stuntin Like My Daddy"
has turned this album into hip hop gold.

Discover How Lil Wayne Is All
About Making Music
Author: Tony Briggs

Lil Wayne aka Weezy Baby is a talented rapper who
gives you an unique version of hip hop music and
the youth culture. Can you imagine what it would be
like to live in a world without a variety of sounds? No
doubt there are some music that you could just as
well do without. But there are other music that displays unforgettable rhythmic patterns that gets you
moving. This describes the music of Lil Wayne.
Biography
Born Dwayne Michael Carter Jr. in New Orleans,
LA, on September 27, 1982, Lil Wayne's musical
career began at the age of 11. Hailing from the
streets of the 17th Ward of New Orleans, he was
first recruited by Cash Money owners Bryan "Baby"
Williams and Ronald "Slim" Williams.
Cash Money definitely influenced Lil Wayne's style,
rearing him with other artists such as Pimp Daddy
and UNLV. Right from the start, Lil Wayne shined as
a true emerging rap talent, catapulting his solo career. His freestyling abilities was a breathe of fresh
air compared to the rappers of the past.

Personal Interests
Wayne's tattoos have been a hot topic among his
growing fan base. The main discussion has been
the tattoos on his face and eyelids. There has
been confusion on the meaning of the two teardrops below his eyes which can represent several things. It has been argued that the teardrops
define a murder or the lost of a close friend to
violence. Since he has them under both eyes, it
probably relates to both situations.

In the beginning of his career, Wayne did not rap
about his childhood experiences, unlike many rappers of his time. Instead, he focused on clean rythyms and rhymes on behalf of his mother.

In addition, it has been rumored that Lil Wayne
and female rapper Trina were in a serious relationship. She has even stated that Wayne is "one
of the sweetest guys that she has ever met!"
However, at the present time, they both have
In the spring of 1997, Wayne helped formed the Hot
conceded that they are good friends that underBoys along with Juvenile, B.G. and Turk. As a memstand each other goals.
ber of this popular group and a successful solo artist
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album, "Tha Carter II", which featured the hit, "The
Fireman" was listed on The Billboard Hot 100 and 19

Meet Karlee

school. Karlee grew up in rural Upstate
New York as a kid in an old house with
lots of land, which seemed like a
fairytale to her when she was a kid, and
the thought of Hollywood was like a
dream which is now a reality.
Karlee feels that being an artist is her
life, that it is what she was put on the
planet to do, because she loves and
breathe the art.

POP SENSATION AND PFM
RECORDING ARTIST, KARLEE, DEBUTS HER SINGLE
“THA BOSS”
Karlee has been compared to top recording artist such as Fergie and Nellie
Furtado, but is well on her way to making a name for herself. Her single “THA
BOSS” debuted on Las Vegas’ Top 40
radio station 104.3. And radio stations
across the nation have been receiving
requests for “THA BOSS”, which
eet “THA BOSS”, KARLEE,
this young lady has everything soared to the #93 spot within weeks of
it takes to become a rising star, its debut on the Top 40 Mediabase
Karlee’s first single “Tha Boss” ranking system, even before its official
off of her highly anticipated al- release date to Top 40 and Rhythmic
radio.
bum Quarantine is set to be
released later this year. Karlee
Karlee believes her style of music is
says the title single represents where
pop and dance with a little bit of balshe is in her life right now. “Tha Boss”
lads. She describes her fan base is
embodies a smart, strong and empowered young women being in charge and teens and young adults, but really for
any age if you love music.
being in charge of herself.
According to Karlee’s mom, she started She tells a story of a family friend’s 7
year old who loves her music and alsinging as a baby, but really grew as a
ways wants them to put the cd on.
singer/artist and for the love of music
when she started taking chorus in high

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“Art is my life, what I was
put on the planet for. I love
and breathe the art”.

Karlee says that if there was anyone in
the industry she could work with, it would
have to be artists’ like Justin Timberlake,
Taylor Swift, and Akon.

would probably study science, Karlee
has always loved science and even
took some classes, but she moved to
Los Angeles and started her music
Most would not know that Karlee is also career.
a fashion designer. She has her own
couture line, “LIME,” which is a women’s Her advice to teens is “ Don’t ever
casual wear line and has been featured give up and keep pursuing your
in Los Angeles’ Fashion Week and Santa goals”.
Monica’s Film Festival. She describes
her clothing line as her own personal
Karlee’s fans can expect the anticistyle. If you could take her music and put pated release of her album later this
it to fashion, that would describe her line. year and high energy, fun upcoming
Karlee is single and currently not dating shows as well as her new t-shirt lineanyone because her focus is on her ca- and underwear line. But her main goal
reer and her craft. She like’s working with will continue to be living out her dream,
children and teaching and if she wasn’t in which is to share her music with the
world and continue to inspire others.
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His agility and crazy vertical jump is just out of
this world. One of my favorite slam dunks is his
360 standing jump that almost sees his waist
above the rim.

Sports League Games for
Teens

5. Lebron James: the new kid on the block. His
powerful slam dunks on court have earned him the
name King James. Fantastic talent I say.
6. Kevin Garnet: He is another favorite for me. His
pump before a standing jump when he was still
playing for the Minnesota Timber-wolves was a
killer for me in the NBA.

Top Nine Slam Dunk Maestros
You Should Know About Right
Today.
By Babji Isaac

Hey people, I hope you're good. I thought that today, I should put down my Top Nine Slam Dunk
Maestros You Should Know About. Why, you may
ask. That is because these people have really
shown me how to increase vertical jump, just from
their basketball life stories. Here goes the list:

7. Main Event: this guy is a phenom in street basketball. You name it, this and 1 soldier has done it.
His vertical jump dunk over a motorcycle or his
legendary dunk with stitches on his head. He is a
marvel I tell you.
8. Helicopter: this is another and 1 legendary
slam dunk for me. My favorite jam by him was
when he passed himself a ball through the offense
and finished it with a vertical jump that brought the
house down.
9. Flash: may his soul rest in peace. At only 5’7”,
this soldier used to dunk so high, he needed to be
caught once he flew so high above the rim.
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1. Spud Web: this guy was an NBA vertical jump
genius in the 80s. He participated in a slam dunk
championship back in the 80s as a rookie or an
underdog. The legend, Michael Jordan was also at
the arena to watch. He did a couple of dunks at
5’6”. But the slam dunk that sealed it was a pass
back to himself off the rim and dunked it right down
the rim. The whole floor was taken aback. He
eventually took the NBA slam dunk trophy. He had
to.
2. Michael Jordan: I mean, this guy is a legend. I
am sure you all are conversant with his vertical
jump dunks and his ability to jump higher than everybody in each basketball court he played.
3. Kobe Bryant: Need I say more. This is said to
be the new Michael Jordan. Is it too much hype or
does he deserve it? We will wait and see. But as
for me, this guy is a slam dunk genius in the basketball court. His agility and finesse during normal
NBA games is just pleasing to the eye. His standing jump is just out of this world.
4. Vince Carter: some like to call him air

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Summer Break

Just enter “summer camps for teens” into Google
and you might be pleasantly surprised at what you

sults came back. That's almost 1.7 million! Once
you've narrowed down your search for camps that

summer camp scene but still need worthwhile

interest you, run your selections by your child. We

activities and adult supervision during the summer? Good news! According to Theresa Tor-

always suggest involving your child in the camp

rone, a volunteer for the American Camp

selection process because research indicates kids

Association, “There are many summer camps

have a better time at camp when they've been in-

designed exclusively older kids and teenagers.

volved in choosing one. In addition, never rely sim-

That's good news because many parents feel like

ply on a referral from a friend of a simple internet

their teenagers are in a type of no-man's-land: Too

search. Make sure you conduct your own due dili-

old for summer camp and too young to find a job.

gence to find the best camp for your older camper.

But there are lots of summer camps that are very

But at least you know you’ve got summer poten-

appropriate for older kids and teenagers. In fact,

tially great opportunities for your teenager to have a

these types of summer programs are growing in

safe, fun summer this year! Copyright Eric Naftulin

popularity each year.

and Aloha Beach Camp. All rights reserved.

" Despite popular misconception, there are as many
day camps suitable for older kids as sleep away
camps. You just have to know where to find them.
Of course, asking your friends for a referral is a
good place to start.
Perhaps you know someone with an older child or
teenager who's attended a summer camp in the
past and can recommend one. The Internet is another a good place to start your camp search.

Getting There
If you don't have your license or access to a car, be
sure your job is within walking distance or on a regular
bus route. If you drive, leave a few minutes early —
especially on the first couple of days you're working —
to be sure you arrive on time without feeling pressured.
The Interview
What do job interviewers look for? It's not just previous work history or unique skills that matter at the interview. Interviewers want to hire candidates who are
smart, who think quickly and clearly, and who can express themselves and communicate well — regardless of work experience. Both your attitude and your
appearance affect your chances of getting the job you
want, especially when the job market is super competitive.
Here are two things to remember:
When you head out for your
interview, avoid looking too casual. That
means no sandals, jeans, or cutoffs. Even if
you'll be scooping ice cream behind a counter,
it helps to look professional for the interview.
Not sure how to dress? Ask a parent or adult.

1. Dress the part.

You know what you want —
a job. But what does the company want from
you? You might not know many details about
the position until you interview, but you can
prepare by researching the company itself. Go
online and learn everything you can about the
organization, from its corporate mission (the
company's purpose and what it's trying to
achieve) to what customers say about its products or services. Then use what you learn
when answering the interviewer's questions.

2. Do your research.

Why Get a Summer Job or Internship?
Summer jobs and internships (whether they're paid or
not) are a great way to prepare for life after high
school or for college. The skills you learn early on will
help you develop the professional talents you'll need
throughout your life. These include basic but important
skills like customer service or working with people
who may be very different from the friends you hang
out with.
Work experience can also help you feel good about
yourself. The self-esteem and self-confidence you can
develop at a job or internship will come in handy when
you're ready to interview for college or a job after high
school.
Reviewed by: Neil Izenberg, MD